2010 Cadillac SRX vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, both 2010 Cadillac SRX and 2010 Chevrolet Silverado were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac SRX. (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 402 kg more than 2010 Cadillac SRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac SRX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac SRX. (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Cadillac SRX | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | SRX | Silverado |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1916 kg | 2318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4834 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 98 L |